Harsh Patel
Good rental markets in Houston area (A or B neighborhoods)
Hello, I have been scouting out of state markets for cashflow properties. I'm looking at Houston at present and would appreciate any suggestions that would point me towards decent rental markets in the area (A-B neigh...
Byron W.
First time buyer. Looking for a good bank w/ FHA options
Hello everyone! Chicago native here. I'm looking to apply for my first home loan and buy my first multi-family property using the FHA loan. Does anyone have any recommended banks for first time home buyers? Please let...
Greg Balue
Comparing General Contractor Bids
I am soliciting proposals from general contractors for extensive rehab work on a rental property. What should I expect these proposals to look like?I asked GCs to provide cost broken down by individual project (e.g., ...
Denzel Hamilton
Talking to a seller
What are some of the most important questions to ask a seller about their property? If possible, can someone e-mail me a copy of their script?
Jerry Condra
First deal but no renter
Hi all,I'm new to BP, just posted my introduction a few minutes ago and have a question for the community. I'm just about ready to make my first deal for a buy and hold in a great location in a great school district. ...
Helena Goyvaerts
Investing in Houston - tips & tricks
Hi you! We are considering investing in Houston as foreign investors (from Belgium), our goal is to find and start with a long-term rental single or multi family home. We would buy this house all cash. Any recommendat...
Jeremiah Russell
Transitioning into real estate. What do you think of my plan?
I’m starting my real estate journey this year!!! I don’t have a lot of skills or knowledge for the business, but I’m reading and taking in content everyday. My plan to start is to get a job working as a handyman to ge...
Monica Bear
Taking The First Step
As they say, "Ideas are cheap, execution is everything" and I'm having a disconnect going from knowing to actually doing. What holds me back personally is the fear of failure or making costly mistakes despite fully un...
William Harvey
Accounting for house flippers
Hello BP community,For house flippers doing consistent deals, what tool(s) do you use for accounting? I've tried QB (admittedly, didn't try for long) and it didn't seem to be a good fit. Seemed like QB would be good f...
Jewel B.
Order of Operations
One thing I'm currently struggling with is the order of operations.
1. Browse the market (MLS, Craigslist, Facebook marketplace) for potential properties, keep an eye and ear out for off-market (network)2. Pull aside...